Learning Support Assistant - Mainstream Primary

Pay: £92.63 per day

Job Description:

SEN Support Assistant – Primary School

Location: Littlehampton, West Sussex
Pay: £14.25 per hour
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: 08:30-15.30 | Monday - Friday | Term time
School: Mainstream Primary School

Are you passionate about supporting children and helping them reach their full potential?

We are currently looking for a caring, patient and enthusiastic SEN Support Assistant to join a welcoming primary school and provide support to pupils with additional needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building positive relationships with children and wants to make a genuine difference to their day-to-day learning and development.

The Role

As an SEN Support Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to provide tailored support to pupils with a range of additional needs.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEN.
• Supporting children with their learning and classroom activities.
• Helping pupils develop their confidence, independence and social skills.
• Providing emotional and pastoral support where required.
• Supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviour.
• Helping children regulate their emotions and remain engaged in learning.
• Adapting activities and your approach to suit individual needs.
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Working closely with teachers and other support staff.
• Following the school's safeguarding and behaviour policies.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Caring, patient and approachable.
• Passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
• Calm and confident when dealing with challenging situations.
• A strong communicator and team player.
• Able to build positive relationships with children.
• Reliable, adaptable and professional.
• Previous experience working with children or within an SEN setting is desirable, but not essential for the right candidate.

Whether you are an experienced SEN TA, a teaching assistant looking for your next opportunity, or someone with relevant care/support experience looking to move into education, we would love to hear from you.

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Support from a dedicated education consultant.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• The opportunity to gain valuable experience within a primary school environment.
• Potential for longer-term and permanent opportunities.
• A supportive school environment where you can make a real difference.

Interested?

If you're looking for your next opportunity working with children and feel you could be a great fit for this role, get in touch today!

Pay: £92.63 per day

Work Location: In person